All my life I was an avid reader.  I always thought "I can write a book".  Over many years of trying, I ended up with poetry and short stories, but no book.  Last year I turned fifty and again sat down with an idea.  This time my short story kept getting longer and longer.  Finally, I said I think I am writing an actual book.  So after over 300 pages and 95,000 words, I decided that the book was complete.  Luckily, the story was not over.  I am working on book two right now.  I will occasionally post chapters to read.  Please tell me which characters you like, or which you like to hate.